Psychology Today

What Compulsive Sexual Behavior Disorder Is—and What It Isn't

Out-of-control sexual behaviors have existed throughout history, yet their official recognition only came much later. Some of the old terms you might have heard include satyriasis, nymphomania, and ...

Psychology explains why obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) feels so real - and why intrusive thoughts can be incredibly difficult to ignore

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) involves intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviors that feel real. The brain processes uncertainty and threats differently in individuals with OCD. Compulsions ...
Medical Xpress

Stimulating specific neurons in the striatum stops compulsive behavior in mice

What if we could resist compulsions? These irrational behaviors, particularly common in obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), are hard to suppress. At Paris Brain Institute, Éric Burguière's team shows ...
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Alzheimer's Q&A: Is compulsive behavior common in people with Alzheimer's or dementia?

Is compulsive behavior common in people with Alzheimer’s or dementia? When someone is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, many aspects of his or her life are forced to change and will ...
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Kevin Spacey Confirms ‘Sexual Compulsive Behavior’ Diagnosis in Court Testimony

Kevin Spacey has confirmed his diagnosis of "sexual compulsive behavior" in 2017. The House of Cards actor made the official statement during a recent court testimony. Kevin Spacey appeared in the ...